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Annual Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony in Elgin

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Annual Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony in Elgin

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) (CDT)

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The City of Elgin invites the community to join in the annual Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony on September 11, at 9:00 AM at The Hemmens.

Elgin hosts the ceremony as a tribute to the heroes and victims who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

The ceremony will commence with the flags being posted by the Elgin Fire Department and Elgin Police Department Honor Guards. Following the flag posting, Larkin High School students will perform the National Anthem, and “Amazing Grace” will be played on the bagpipes.

The Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony will feature distinguished speakers, including Mayor David Kaptain, Fire Chief Robert Cagann, Police Chief Ana Lalley, and American Legion Post 57 Commander Mark Smith.

The event is open to the public and admission is free. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to secure their seats. The event will be streamed live on the Fire Department’s Facebook page for those unable to attend in person.

The Hemmens Cultural Center
45 Symphony Way
Elgin, IL 60120 United States
Event Contact
City of Elgin
(847) 931-6100
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) (CDT)
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